What was the special mission of John the Baptist?

Answer

"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of
the Light, that all men through him might believe." John 1: 6, 7.
 


Upon what ground does God's work for sinners rest?
What is Christ's relation to this faith?
What does the sorrow of the world do?
16. When the prodigal son, in the parable, repented and turned toward home, what did his father do?
How is the righteousness thus obtained described?
Before His birth, what did the angel say to Joseph concerning the naming of the child?
Of what sanctuary, or tabernacle is Christ the minister?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle